2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375. (390 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (586 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Aston Martin DB9. (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Aston Martin DB9. 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 has automatic transmission and 2006 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1967 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Monteverdi |
| Model | DB9 | High Speed 375 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 125 L |
